Canon E 333 D User Manual
Canon
8mm VIDEO CAMCORDER
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon 8mm Video Camcorder E333D.
The E333D can be used for both recording and playback of video cassettes in 8mm
format.
• Use 8mm vídeo-cassettes marked with an 0 (P5 type).
Piease check that this package contains the foiiowing items:
“ Lens Cap and Lens Cap Cord
E333D
Lens Hood
One Lithium Battery
WL-52 Wireless Controiier
L Two R03 AAA Batteries
Important Usage Instructions
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO
REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
DC-100 DC Coupler
BP-E77K Battery Pack
CA-100 Compact Power Adapter
PC-150 SCART Cable
SS-300 Shoulder Strap
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Table of Contents
Important Usage Instructions.......................................................................................3
Nomenclature............................................................................................................................ 6
Basic Recording......................................................................................................................10
Tape Counter...............................................................................................................12
Recording Reminder.................................................................................................. 12
Video Cassette Warnings...........................................................................................13
Battery Pack Warning.................................................................................................13
Recording Using Tripod.............................................................................................13
Viewfinder Dispiays................................................................................................................14
Power Sources............................................................................................................. is
Using AC Power..........................................................................................................15
Using Car Battery........................................................................................................15
Using Battery Pack.....................................................................................................16
Using Your Battery Packs Effectively.......................................................................19
Inserting New Lithium Battery...................................................................................22
Loading and Unloading Video Cassettes.........................................................................23
Video Cassette Notes.................................................................................................24
Camera Preparations..............................................................................................................25
Attaching Straps.........................................................................................................25
Adjusting the Grip Belt...............................................................................................25
Attaching the Lens Cap Cord
Removing and Attaching the Lens Cap and Lens Hood
Using the Finder..........................................................................................................26
Adjusting the Dioptre..................................................................................................27
Adjusting the 180° FlexiGrip......................................................................................27
Removing and Attaching the Finder.........................................................................27
Zooming.....................................................................................................................................28
Power Zoom................................................................................................................28
Wireless Zoom.............................................................................................................28
Setting Date and Time............................................................................................................29
Recording Date and Time..................................................................................................... 33
Age insert.................................................................................................................................. 34
Registering a Birthday
Recording an Age.......................................................................................................37
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WL-52 Wireless Controller....................................................................................................38
Playback Connection............................................................................................................. 40
Using a TV (or VCR) with a SCART Terminal...........................................................40
Using a TV (or VCR) with AudioA/ideo Input Terminals
Using a TV without AudioA/ideo Input Terminals...................................................41
Playback Procedure................................................................................................................45
Special Playback Methods.........................................................................................47
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ADVANCED OPERATIONS
Focusing....................................................................................................................................^
Autofocus......................................................................................................................................50 §
Manual Focus................................................................................................................................51 rn
Focus Lock....................................................................................................................................51 ^
Macro Recording........................................................................................................................................... 52 g
Program AE.................................................................................................................................................53
How to Use Program AE.......................................................................................................... 53
To Record a Backlit Subject (Backlight Compensation)
To Record a Spotlit Scene........................................................................................................55
To Record a Bright Scene (Beach or Snowy Location)
White Balance................................................................................................................................................ 56 5
Shooting with Pop-up Light..........................................................................................................................57 ^
Replacing Bulb..............................................................................................................................58 q
High-Speed Shutter.......................................................................................................................................59 S
Fade................................................................................................................................................................ 60 ^
Fade In...........................................................................................................................................60 q
Fade Out........................................................................................................................................61 ^
Wireless Fade.............................................................................................................................62
To Resume Recording................................................................................................................................63
Record Search............................................................................................................................63 e
Record Review..............................................................................................................................64 y.
Edit-erase......................................................................................................................................66 ^
Tape Return....................................................................................................................................................67 z
Adding Titles to Recordings.........................................................................................................................68 g
Creating Character Titles.............................................................................................................68 O
Recording Titles............................................................................................................................71 m
Editing to Another VCR.................................................................................................................................72 ^
Using a VCR with a SCART Terminal..........................................................................................72 O
Using a VCR with AudioA/ideo Input Terminals........................................................................72 w
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Canon E333D Video System Chart...............................................................................................................74 §
Carrying Cases...............................................................................................................................................75 5
Optional Accessories....................................................................................................................................76 >
Problems and Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................78 z
Condensation (DEW)......................................................................................................................................8i g
Cautions
Specifications.............................................................................................................................................85
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During Use.....................................................................................................................................82 5
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................84 ^
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Nomenclature
O POP-UP LIGHT Switch
O FADE Button
O SHUTTER Button
O FOCUS IS/M (Auto/Manual) Button
0 C. (Character) TITLE Button
0 DATE Button
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E. (Edit) ERASE Button
0 REC SEARCH + Button
0 REC SEARCH - Button
O (Record Review) Button
0 AGE Button
0 PROGRAM AE Button
0 MACRO Button
0 ZOOM SPEED Button
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Zoom Window
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STOP Button
FF Button / + Button
Q ◄ PLAY Button / SHIFT Button
O ►► REW Button / - Button
0 # REC (Record) MODE Button
0 US / LP (Tape Speed) Button
0
C. (Counter) RESET Button
0
A EJECT Button
0 OPERATE Button
0 OPERATE Indicator
■ Lights up during normal operation.
• Flashes to warn that there is internal
condensation or a malfunction, or to indicate
that the battery pack is nearly exhausted.
Lithium Battery Compartment
® Tripod Socket
® Strap Attachment Bars
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Cassette Compartment
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Q Pop-up Light
# Microphone
O Focusing Ring / Lens Hood
O Lens Cap
O Remote Sensor
Autofocus Window
Tally Lamp
• Flashes rapidly during recording.
• Lights up when a wireiess controiier signai is
received.
ВАТТ (Battery) EJECT Switch
Power Zoom Buttons
GRIP UNLOCK Button
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O Eyecup
9 Viewfinder
O Dioptre Adjustment Ring
O Power Source Compartment
O Grip Belt
Thumb Rest
Start/Stop Button
Video Output Terminal
DC Output Terminal
Audio Output Terminal
Basic Recording
OPERATE
1. Attach a power source.
• See pp. 15-21 for using power sources.
2. Turn the camera on.
• The OPERATE indicator lights up.
• “TAPE” flashes in the viewfinder (see p. 13). Biffl
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3. Load a cassette.
• See p. 23 for loading/unloading cassettes.
• Use an 8mm video cassette marked with an B (P5 type).
• The camera goes into “record pause mode”. KfiBSl
4. Press the SP/LP button to select the tape speed.
• For best picture quality, select SP.
• For double recording time, select LP.
5. Pull out the finder.
• See p. 26 for using the finder.
6. Turn the grip to the desired position.
• See p. 27 for adjusting the grip.
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7. Press the start/stop button.
• Recording starts and “REC” appears in the viewfinder. KWl
• The tally lamp flashes rapidly.
• See “ADVANCED OPERATIONS” (pp. 50-73) for information on
making your recordings more effective.
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8. Press the start/stop button again to pause
recording. IWil
• Press the start/stop button once again to resume recording.
• See “Record Review” (p. 64) to check your recording.
9. When recording has ended, remove the cassette.
• See p. 23 for loading/unloading cassettes.
PAUSE
10. Turn the camera off.
• The OPERATE indicator goes off.
Notes:
• The camera automatically turns off If record pause mode lasts more than approximately seven minutes.
To resume recording, turn the camera on and press the start/stop button.
• Avoid recording near sources of electric or magnetic fields, such as a TV tower, which can cause noise in
the picture or a camera malfunction.
• If the tape speed is changed during recording, the tape will contain noise at that point.
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Tape Counter
0:35:40
SP
to SEC
During recording, the tape counter in the
viewfinder indicates how long you have recorded.
In the case shown in the diagram, you have
recorded for approximately 35 minutes and 40
seconds (in SP mode). WRl
• The tape counter is reset to 0:00:00 when you
press the C. RESET button, or each time you
load a cassette.
• The tape counter also appears during playback
and record search, so you can use it to verify
how long the tape has run.
• Tape counter time and actual recording length
may be slightly different. Use the tape counter
only as an approximate guide.
• When recording in LP mode, actual recording
length is approximately twice the tape counter
time.
Recording Reminder
^ When you start to record, the camera counts off
the first 10 seconds of your recording and
displays from “0 SEC” to “10 SEC” in the
viewfinder. This is to help you make sure your
scenes aren’t too short, for easy viewing and
editing. Try to record for at least the full 10
seconds. IBKl
• Recording reminder time and actual recording
length may be slightly different. Use the
recording reminder only as an approximate
guide.
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Vídeo Cassette Warnings i3-a
• “T. END” appears in the viewfinder when the
tape is compietely used up.
• ‘TAPE” fiashes in the viewfinder if the camera
is turned on and a cassette is not ioaded.
Battery Pack Warning 13-b
• “ВАТТ fiashes in the viewfinder when the
battery pack is neariy exhausted.
• if the camera is turned on with an exhausted
battery pack attached, it may turn off
immediateiy, without a “ВАТТ’ warning.
Recording Using Tripod 13-c
Use a tripod especiaiiy in the foiiowing cases:
• Telephoto recording
• Macro recording
• Recording using wireiess controiier
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Note:
• Be sure to protect the viewfinder from direct sunlight,
otherwise the viewfinder will melt.
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Viewfinder Dispiays
Viewfinder displays provide information and warnings regarding camera operation.
• Press the ON SCREEN button O on the wireless controller to see the viewfinder displays
except ©, ® and ® on a connected TV screen.
• Press the C. TITLE button to see the character title on TV, the DATE button for date and time
and the AGE button for age. Only the title, date and time, and age are recorded with scenes.
No. Mode
© Recording Reminder
© Tape Counter
© Video Cassette Warning ....
© Battery Warning.................
© Condensation Warning
© Lithium Battery Warning ....
© Character Title
© Age Insert
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p. 12 © Date and Time
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p. 13
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p. 13 © Tape Speed
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p. 81 © High-Speed Shutter........
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p. 22 © Program AE
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p. 68 © Manual Focus
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No. Mode
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© Edit-erase
© Tape Operations
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Power Sources
Using AC Power
CA-100 Compact Power Adapter iEffi
Plug into mains outlet.
Input voltage: 100—240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
• Use together with the DC-100 DC Coupler.
• Refer to CA-100 instruction manual for further
details.
Using Car Battery
CB-110 Car Battery Adapter (option)
Plug into cigarette lighter socket.
For use only with 12 or 24 V DC negative-ground
car battery.
• Use together with the DC-100 DC Coupler.
• Use car battery adapter with the car engine
idling.
• Refer to CB-110 instruction manual for further
details.
Attaching DC Coupler lEiSI
To use the compact power adapter or car battery
adapter:
1. Insert the DC-100 DC Coupler into
the power source compartment.
• Insert and remove in the same way as the
battery pack (see p. 17).
2. Connect the DC-100 cable to the compact power adapter (or car battery adapter).
El DC-100
la CA-100 (CB-110)
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• Using the compact power adapter near the TV may
cause the TV to emit noise. If this occurs, move the
compact power adapter further away from the TV
or aerial cable.
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Using Battery Pack
BP-E77K warn
BP-E718 (option)
BP-E722 (option)
BP-E722D (option)
Make sure the battery pack is fully charged
before use.
Continuous recording time using the BP-E77K is
approximately 50 minutes.
• Some modes consume more power than
others, so actual recording time may be less
than 50 minutes.
• The safest policy is to have enough batteries to
cover two to three times the length of recording
time scheduled.
• Using the battery pack in cold temperatures will
shorten recording time.
• The battery pack normally becomes warm
during use.
• Use the optional BP-E718, BP-E722 or
BP-E722D Battery Pack for lengthy recording
(see p. 76).
• See the battery pack instruction manual for
further information regarding your battery pack.
• See p. 19 for Using Your Battery Packs
Effectively.
16-B
16-C
16-D
Battery Pack
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• Canon camcorders and accessories are
manufactured with great care and strict quality
control. It is recommended that you use only
genuine Canon brand batteries and other
accessories for your camcorder to ensure
maximum performance.
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Attaching Battery Pack 1^1
1. Slide the battery pack into the
power source compartment.
• Insert the end marked with a triangle.
• Slightly loosen the grip belt and press it down
for easy battery loading.
2. Press the battery pack until it clicks
and locks in place.
Removing Battery Pack ICT51
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Be sure to turn the camera off (the OPERATE
indicator goes off) before removing the battery pack.
Removal during operation may cause damage.
1. Slide and hold the ВАТТ EJECT
switch.
2. Pull the battery pack out as shown.
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Charging Battery Pack KTTO
Use the CA-100 Compact Power Adapter or the
optional CB-110 Car Battery Adapter to charge
the battery pack.
Connect the battery pack to the CA-100 (or
CB-110) as shown and plug into a mains outlet
(or car cigarette lighter socket).
When the operate indicator (green) is glowing
steadily and the charge indicator (red) is blinking,
charging has begun. When the battery pack is
fully charged, the charge indicator will glow
steadily. Disconnect the battery pack from CA-
100 (or CB-110).
O Battery Pack
O CA-100 Compact Power Adapter or
CB-110 Car Battery Adapter
0 Charge Indicator
O Operate Indicator
• Always disconnect the DC-100 DC Coupler
from the CA-100 (or CB-110) before charging
the battery pack.
• Battery pack charging times are shown below.
Charging time will vary according to the
ambient temperature.
• When you don't expect to use the battery pack
for a long time (three months or more), store it
in a discharged condition. Storing the battery
pack in a charged condition will shorten its
operating life.
• The optional MC-100 Multi-battery Charger can
also be used.
For further information, see the adapter or
charger instruction manual.
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Battery Pack
BP-E77K 55 70
BP-E718
BP-E722/BP-E722D
Continuous recording time
(approximate minutes) (approximate minutes)
100 120
115
Charging time
130
Using Your Battery Packs Effectively
Keep the following in mind:
1. Charge a brand-new battery before using.
2. Discharge the battery for storage.
3. Recharge the battery only after discharging it
completely.
Read these instructions thoroughly before using
the battery pack. The battery pack is a
rechargeable nickel cadmium (NiCd) battery. It
can be used repeatedly after recharging. The
battery pack has not been charged before
shipping.
Charge the battery pack before using:
• Use only the battery charger(s) specified in this
manual.
• Refer to the battery charger instructions for
charging procedure and charging time.
• To maximize the capacity of the battery pack,
when using a brand-new battery pack for the
first time, charge it once (the charge lamp lights
up), remove it and charge it once again.
• The battery pack remains warm immediately
after charging or use. Though being warm has
no adverse effect on the performance of the
battery pack, charge the battery pack only after
it has cooled.
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Observe the following:
• Shorting the + and - terminals by touching them
with a metal object such as a key holder is
extremely dangerous, as it can cause fire or
other damage. ИЖ1
When carrying or storing the battery pack,
make sure to attach the inciuded short
circuit prevention cap. ДНЯ
• Do not expose the battery pack to fire. It might
explode .
• Do not disassemble or alter the battery pack.
• Do not drop the battery pack or subject it to
strong shocks.
• Do not get the battery pack wet.
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To charge battery packs effectively:
• Even a newly-charged battery pack naturally
discharges in time. Charge it within a couple of
days of when it is to be used.
• Charge the battery pack only after the power
supply of the camcorder automatically turns off.
• Repeated recharging of a battery pack which is
not fully discharged shortens the time that the
battery pack can be used before it needs
charging again.
DISCHARGE RECHARGE
When you haven’t used the battery pack for
several months, check the charge lamp 30
minutes after charging has begun. If the charge
lamp does not blink for at least 30 minutes, it
may mean that the time you will be able to use
the battery has decreased.
If the usage time has decreased try one of the
following procedures to restore the battery
pack:
• Discharge the battery pack with a Canon
product that has a discharge function, such as
the MC-100, then recharge the battery pack.
• Recharge the battery pack after the power
supply has automatically turned off while you
are using the camcorder. Repeated operation
in this way is also effective.
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COLD WEATHER USE:
Although the battery pack can be used at
temperatures between 0°C and 40°C, it is
recommended that the battery pack be used
between 10°C and 30°C in order to take
advantage of its full capacity.
To use the battery pack effectively:
• When a battery pack is kept attached to the
camcorder or video light, a very small
amount of current flows into the equipment,
resulting in an overdischarge. Since the
battery pack cannot be fully recharged once
it has overdischarged, always remove the
battery pack from video equipment after
use.
• Always keep the terminals clean. If they get
dirty, wipe them with a soft, dry cloth.
• Once camcorder is turned on, batttery
power is being consumed even when not
recording (pause, etc.). Turn the camcorder
off when not shooting.
• When the battery charge is low “BAIT”
flashes in the viewfinder, but the battery can
still operate the camcorder for several
seconds. Always fully discharge the battery
pack (the power supply cuts off
automatically) before storing.
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Terminology
Overcharging
Charging a battery pack after it has already
been fully charged.
Overdischarging
Continuing to discharge a battery pack after
its voltage level has fallen below a specified
level (5.0 V for the nickel-cadmium batteries
used by Canon 8mm video camcorders).
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Inserting a New Lithium Battery
The CR2025 lithium battery provides your
camera with enough power to store character
tities, date and time, and an age, even when the
camera is turned off.
One iithium battery wiii iast approximately one
year. (Life span varies slightiy according to
ambient conditions.) When the iithium battery is
not in piace or is neariy exhausted, “DATE”
fiashes in the viewfinder indicating that the iithium
battery needs to be replaced.
Be sure to connect a power source to the camera
before changing the iithium battery, otherwise the
tities, date and time, and age will be cleared from
the camera’s memory and will have to be reset.
Inserting Procedure
1. Press the GRIP UNLOCK button
and rotate the grip downward.
2. Hold the camera with the battery
pack facing down, then draw out
the lithium battery holder.
• If the camera is heid with the battery pack
facing up, the iithium battery wili drop out
when the lithium battery hoider is removed.
3. Insert a new lithium battery into the
lithium battery holder with the +
side facing up.
4. Snap the lithium battery holder
back into the compartment.
Warning
The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge,
disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace the battery with Sanyo CR2025, Panasonic
CR2025 or Duraceli DL2025B. Use of another battery
may present a risk of fire or explosion. The used
battery should be handed back to the supplier for safe
disposal.
Caution
• Make sure the plus (+) side is facing up in the
lithium battery compartment.
• Keep the battery out of children’s reach. If
swallowed, contact physician immediately.
• To ensure proper contact, wipe the battery with the
clean, dry cloth before use.
• Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other
metal tools which may cause short circuiting.
• Do not disassemble, heat or immerse in water, to
avoid risk of explosion.
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Loading and Unloading Video Cassettes
Use a video cassette with the m mark (P5
type). Be sure to attach a power source to the
camera before loading or unloading a video
cassette.
1. Press the A (EJECT) button.
• The cassette compartment lifts up and opens.
• The EJECT button works with the power
turned off, as long as a power source is
attached.
2. Load/unload the cassette.
• When loading, gently insert the cassette with
the window facing out.
• When unloading, remove the cassette by
pulling it straight out.
3. Close the cassette compartment.
• Press the PUSH mark on the compartment
until it clicks.
• The compartment closes automatically.
Notes:
• When the EJECT button is pressed, the
compartment opens automatically. Do not try to
open the compartment during this automatic stage,
as it may cause a malfunction.
• If a cassette is removed and then replaced, the tape
position will change slightly, therefore, after
reloading the cassette, use the record search
function to locate the desired starting point (see
page 63).
• When you close the video cassette compartment, do
not press down the top of the compartment. Bcffl
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Vìdeo Cassette Notes
• Do not leave a cassette in the camera after
use, especially when the camera will not be in
use for a long time.
• There are several holes on the cassette back,
which are used for transferring information. Do
not cover them.
• Do not use cassettes with damaged or spliced
tape or ones that do not meet standards.
Video Cassette Erasure Prevention Switch
To prevent accidental erasure of recorded
material, slide the switch at the bottom of the
cassette to the “SAVE” or “ERASE OFF" position,
as shown.
Returning the switch to the “REC” or “ERASE
ON” position enables recording again.
Refer to the cassette instructions for further
information on erasure prevention.
• “TAPE” flashes in the viewfinder if you try to
record on a cassette that has been set for
erasure prevention. Use another cassette or set
the switch to enable recording.
Metal • HG
Standard 8 mm MP W151
O In the “SAVE” or “ERASE OFF” position:
Erasure Prevention
e In the “REC” or “ERASE ON” position:
Recording Possible
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Camera Preparations
Attaching Straps
SS-300 Shoulder Strap I3!gl
Attach the shoulder strap to the strap attachment
bars, and adjust it to the most comfortable length.
WS-20 Wrist Strap (option) BB151
The optional wrist strap can only be attached to
the lower strap attachment bar.
Adjusting the Grip Belt 25-c
Tighten or loosen the grip belt as necessary for a
comfortable fit. Hold the grip with your right hand
while adjusting the grip belt with your left.
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